2014 Summer Reading Programfor Babies and Toddlers

June 16 to August 2

Summer is a great time to read, talk, play, and sing with your baby!

This summer, parents of babies 0-18 months are encouraged to take part in a special reading program for babies and toddlers and the adults who love them.

Visit your local library to pick up your Baby and Toddler Activity Sheet.

Complete at least seven activities and read for 10 minutes or more (per activity) with your baby or toddler to earn a free board book and be entered into a drawing for an annual pass to Olympic National Park.

Why read during the summer?

From birth to age 3 are critical years in the development of language skills. Research shows that reading aloud is the single most important thing you can do to help a child prepare for reading and learning. The number of words a child knows upon entering kindergarten is a key predictor of his or her educational success. Reading aloud for only 15 minutes a day can make a huge difference in your little one’s life!